MAREX 373 Aft Cabin Cruiser
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If the anodes are tired
or filled with ”holes” there can be something wrong with
the shore power system or the marina electric system or any near boat or a close
electrical system. Disconnect immediately and do not connect until the source is
found.
(D)
Clean the battery surfaces to
prevent short-circuits on a regular basis
See to that the ventilation holes are open so that gas can exit *
)
.
The battery poles and the cable shoes must also be kept clean and always are
greased with acid free fat/vaseline to prevent corrosion.
Fluid level/nouveau in the cells
*)
Control the levels by opening the plugs on the batteries and control the
level. It should be 5 mm over the plates. If the level is too low fill it up
with distilled water. Do not use water from the tab. It contains minerals
or pollution and can destroy the batteries.
(D)
By controlling the liquid level do not use open fire. The gas that develops by
charging is explosive. That case can be described as bad smelling
– like rotten
eggs. Do not use open fire if you smell something strange similar to this until the
cause is known or found.
*)
does not apply to GEL batteries
0.1.12
Common errors
See enclosed manual from the battery supplier.
Section 4.11
0.32 Exhaust system
Consist of standard gas/water hose system, with waterlock and sound damper,
and leaded trough hull at stern.
